In sport psychology, we use mental skills training to help athletes develop mental toughness. Mental skills training involves assessing athletes’ areas of strengths and weaknesses and devising a program that builds key areas essential to their sport and their individual needs.

Mental skills training consists of a mix of techniques and practices to help you develop mental toughness, improve skill learning, and even performance on (and off) the field, including in everyday life. Examples of popular mental training exercises include: Visualization exercises Mindfulness Goal setting Deep breathing Positive self-talk

Incorporating mental resilience techniques into regular training helps athletes develop these skills as a natural part of their sporting routine. Regular practice of visualization, mindfulness, and stress management techniques ensures that these skills become second nature, enabling athletes to automatically turn to them under pressure.